Norman DD22 3" 5/8ozSplatter Bass

The Norman DD22 3" diving crankbait has earned its place in tackle boxes since 1987 as one of the most reliable deep-diving crankbaits for freshwater bass fishing. At 5/8 ounce in the Splatter Bass pattern, this hard bait reaches depths of 14 to 18 feet—making it a go-to choice for ledge fishing and probing structure where bigger bass hold. The DD22's proven track record in tournament fishing speaks to its ability to work when it matters.

What makes the DD22 distinctive is its construction from butyrate plastic, a material that produces a distinctive dull thud as it moves through the water. This internal sound signature helps fish locate the bait in low-visibility conditions and when fishing deeper. Paired with a medium-wide wobble, the combination creates an action and presence that bass find hard to ignore, whether you're fishing shallow ledges or drop-offs.

The Splatter Bass finish rounds out the package with a proven color pattern that works across seasons and water conditions. If you fish deep structure and ledge zones regularly, the DD22 fills a specific and important role in your crankbait arsenal—reliable, proven, and built to deliver.

Key Features

• Deep-diving design reaches 14–18 feet for ledge and structure fishing
• Butyrate construction produces internal thud sound to attract bass
• Medium-wide wobble action
• Splatter Bass color pattern
• Tournament-proven design since 1987

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What depth does the Norman DD22 diving crankbait reach?

The DD22 is designed to reach depths of 14 to 18 feet, making it well-suited for ledge fishing and probing deeper structure where bass hold during different seasons.

What is the Splatter Bass color pattern best for?

Splatter Bass is a proven finish that works across a variety of water conditions and seasons. It's a pattern Norman has refined over decades of tournament and field use.

Why does the butyrate plastic construction matter?

Butyrate plastic produces a dull thud sound as the bait moves through the water, helping bass locate and home in on the crankbait—especially useful in lower-visibility conditions or deeper water where visual detection is limited.

Is the DD22 good for tournament fishing?

The DD22 has a tournament-proven track record dating back to 1987. It's won tournaments and been a trusted choice for anglers fishing deep structure competitively and recreationally.